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Henry Viii

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Key facts

Name Henry VIII[1]
Role King of England and Ireland[2]
Reign 1509–1547[1]
Born 28 June 1491[1]
Died 28 January 1547[1]
Parents Henry VII and Elizabeth of York[6]

Henry VIII was the king of England and Ireland from 1509 to 1547, best known for his six marriages and for breaking with the Catholic Church to establish the Church of England [4].

Context

Henry VIII ruled England and Ireland from 1509 until his death in 1547 [1]. He is best remembered for his six marriages and his decisive break with the Catholic Church, which established the Church of England [4]. Born on 28 June 1491 to Henry VII and Elizabeth of York, he ascended the throne at age 17 after his father's death [6]. His reign reshaped English religion and politics, making him one of the most studied Tudor monarchs [3].

Documented claims

  • Henry VIII broke with the papacy in Rome, which led to the creation of the Church of England [4].
  • He became king in 1509 after the death of his father Henry VII [5].

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Questions and answers

Why was Henry VIII so famous?

He was famous for his six marriages and for breaking with the Catholic Church to create the Church of England [4].

How many wives did Henry VIII have?

Henry VIII had six wives [4].

When did Henry VIII become king?

He became king in 1509 after the death of his father, Henry VII [5].

Sources

  1. Henry VIII | Biography, Wives, Religion, Death, & Facts - Britannica — britannica.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Henry VIII, Terrible Tudor? - Historic Royal Palaces — hrp.org.uk (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Who was Henry VIII? - The Tudors - KS3 History - homework help for year 7, 8 and 9. - BBC Bitesize — bbc.co.uk (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. Henry VIII (r.1509-1547) — royal.uk (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  5. 8 Things You May Not Know About Henry VIII | HISTORY — history.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  6. 8 surprising facts about King Henry VIII you probably never knew — discoverbritain.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in History